How to Download Movies from Prime Video to PC

If you want to download movies from Prime Video to a PC, the short answer is yes, but only through the Prime Video desktop app on Windows 10 or Windows 11. The browser version is for streaming, not offline downloads. In this guide, I'll walk you through exactly how to set things up, what limitations you'll run into, and how to handle the most common issues.

Part 1. Can You Download Movies from Prime Video to a PC?

Yes, Amazon officially supports offline downloads on Windows through its dedicated app. Before you dive in, make sure you have the following:

Part 2. How to Download Movies from Prime Video on Windows 10 & 11 (Step-by-Step)

The Prime Video Windows app uses a Progressive Web App (PWA) framework, so it's important to follow the official installation steps to enable downloading.

How to Install the Official Amazon Prime Video App for PC

Step 1. Open the Microsoft Store: Click the Start menu and open the Microsoft Store app.

Step 2. Search for the App: Type "Prime Video for Windows" in the search bar.

Step 3. Verify the Publisher: Ensure the app is published by Amazon Development Centre (London) Ltd to avoid unofficial versions.

Step 4. Install the App: Click the "Get" or "Install" button.

Step 5. Initial Setup: Open the app and sign in with your Amazon account that has an active Prime membership.

If you can't find the Prime Video app in the Microsoft Store, go to Settings > Time & Language > Region and set your country to a supported region like the United States. Also check that your PC isn't running Windows 10/11 in S Mode, which blocks standard app installations.

Step-by-Step Guide to Downloading Movies from Prime Video on PC

Step 1. Browse and Select: Find a movie or TV show. Look for the Download icon (a downward arrow) on the title's detail page.

Step 2. Choose Your Content: Click the "Download" button on the description page. For series, click the download season button.

Step 3. Select Download Quality: In the pop-up window, choose your video quality:

Step 4. Select Audio Languages: Choose your preferred audio track from the supported options.

Step 5. Start Download: Click "Start download." The icon will change to a progress wheel.

Step 6. Access Downloads: Click the Download icon in the upper right corner to see storage usage. Once downloaded, click the play button to watch offline on your Windows PC.

Part 3. Prime Video Download Limits You Should Know

The official app does support offline viewing, but it does not work like a normal file download. There are time limits, device rules, and playback restrictions.

Part 4. What to Do If the Prime Video Download Button Is Missing?

If your download button is missing or grayed out, it is usually because of copyright rules, wrong account settings, or VPN issues. Here is how to fix it:

Scenario 1: The App Displays "Watch Trailer" Instead of "Play" or "Download"

This often happens when Amazon detects a VPN, proxy, or location mismatch. If the app thinks the title is not available in your region, it may hide the full playback option and show only the trailer.

I ran into this myself. I turned off my PC's proxy settings, restarted the Prime Video app, and as soon as I hovered over a title thumbnail, the Play button reappeared. Clicking through to the detail page showed the download arrow working again.

Scenario 2: The Download Button is Completely Grayed Out or Missing

If the movie plays online perfectly fine but the download arrow is either grayed out or just missing, this points to one of two causes:

To repair the Amazon Prime Video Windows app:

Step 1. Click the Start menu and open Settings.

Step 2. Go to Apps → Installed Apps (or "Apps & Features" on Windows 10).

Step 3. Find Prime Video in the list, click the three-dot icon, and choose Advanced options.

Step 4. Scroll down and click Reset — this clears all cached data and restores the app to a clean state.

Part 5. Advanced: How to Download Amazon Prime Video to PC as MP4/MKV

If the official download feature isn't working, or you simply want permanent video files without expiration timers and device restrictions, there's a more advanced route: saving Prime Video content as standard .mp4 or .mkv files using a dedicated desktop downloader.

VidiFab Prime Video Downloader works via an embedded browser that connects directly to the video stream and saves it as a clean local file — up to 1080p, with multi-language subtitles and audio tracks intact, ad-free. It runs on Windows 10 or later and macOS 11 or later, and you can download it for free to test it.

How to Use VidiFab Downloader to Get Prime Video MP4s (Step-by-Step)

Step 1. Set Your Output Format Preferences

Launch the downloader on your desktop, open the Preferences menu, and select MP4 as your default output format. If you need better compatibility with specific media players or want to keep multiple high-quality audio tracks, you can also choose MKV.

Once you save these settings, click the Amazon Prime Video icon on the main screen to open the built-in browser. From here, safely sign in to your Amazon account to access your streaming library.

Step 2. Search for Your Movie or TV Show

Browse the Prime Video library using the built-in browser, or type specific keywords into the search bar. Alternatively, paste the URL of the movie or show directly into the downloader's search field. When you click on the video's details page, the software will automatically analyze the streaming source and display a Download button.

Step 3. Customize Quality, Audio, and Subtitles

A settings window will pop up once the video is analyzed. For the best viewing experience, select 1080p Full HD as your resolution. Next, check the boxes for the specific audio languages and subtitle tracks you want to keep. If you are downloading a TV show, use the Batch Download feature to queue multiple episodes or a whole season at once.

Step 4. Download and Transfer Your Files

Click Download to start the process. The software uses hardware acceleration to pull the stream and convert it in the background. Once finished, head over to the History tab and click the folder icon next to your completed video to locate the DRM-free MP4 or MKV file on your PC.

You can now leave it on your internal drive, move it to an external SSD, or transfer it to a thumb drive to watch on any device completely offline.

Conclusion

Downloading movies from Prime Video to your PC is genuinely straightforward once you're using the right app. Install the official Amazon Prime Video app from the Microsoft Store, sign in, and you'll have offline access to your favorite titles in just a few clicks. Just keep the 30-day and 48-hour viewing windows in mind, and remember the download count is shared across your whole account.

If the download button is missing, start with the basics: check your account, turn off VPN or proxy tools, and reset the app if needed. If what you really want is a normal video file that does not depend on Amazon's app, VidiFab Prime Video Downloader is the more flexible route.